May 2003
At least two police officers killed and a third loses at least one leg in a car explosion in northern Spain - 2003-05-31
A car explosion in northern Spain resulted in the deaths of at least two police officers and injuries to several others. The Deputy Prime Minister…
Visit of Six U.S. Congress Representatives to North Korea - 2003-05-30
Six U.S. Congress representatives visited North Korea to persuade its government to give up its nuclear program. The visit is significant as it includes discussions…
Bush Signs $15 Billion AIDS Prevention Bill for Africa - 2003-05-28
President Bush signed a $15 billion bill aimed at combating AIDS in Africa and the Caribbean, emphasizing the U.S. moral obligation to address the epidemic.…
Possibility of Sending American Intelligence and Security Experts to the Middle East - 2003-05-24
The U.S. plans to send ten intelligence and security experts to the Middle East to aid in peace efforts between Israelis and Palestinians, as stated…
A Small Delegation of Nuclear Experts Will Enter Iraq - 2003-05-22
The U.S. plans to send a small group of nuclear experts to Iraq to inspect a damaged nuclear facility. This decision follows requests from the…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Deputy Spokesperson of the State Department on Domestic Security in the U.S. - 2003-05-21
An interview was conducted by Mohammad Quds Razavi with the Deputy Spokesperson of the U.S. State Department regarding recent domestic security measures taken by the…
Kenyan Government Criticizes Britain's Decision to Suspend Flights Between the Two Countries
The Kenyan government has condemned Britain's flight suspension due to alleged terrorist threats. The Kenyan Minister of Security believes the reaction is excessive, while the…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Widespread Reflection of Colin Powell's Visit to Germany in the Press - 2003-05-16
Colin Powell, the U.S. Secretary of State, visited Germany, and his visit received extensive coverage in the German media, which viewed it as a positive…
Lebanese Army Arrests Suspects Linked to Terrorist Group
The Lebanese Army has arrested suspects linked to a terrorist group planning attacks on the US Embassy and Lebanese officials. This follows a US warning…
Cuba Denies Espionage Claims Against Its Diplomats - 2003-05-15
Cuba has rejected espionage allegations against fourteen of its diplomats expelled by the U.S., claiming it is a provocative act by Washington. The situation highlights…
President Bush and Crown Prince Abdullah Committed to Punishing Bombing Perpetrators - 2003-05-14
President Bush and Crown Prince Abdullah pledged to hold accountable those responsible for recent suicide bombings in Saudi Arabia that targeted Westerners. The attacks resulted…
Expulsion of Cuban Diplomats from the United States - 2003-05-14
The U.S. expelled 14 Cuban diplomats, accusing them of engaging in espionage. This action reflects deteriorating relations between Cuba and the U.S., particularly in light…
Persian Site of US State Department - 2003-05-13
The US State Department has a dedicated Persian language site that provides information and resources related to its foreign policy, particularly concerning Iran. This site…
Three Explosions Shake Western Expat Residential Complex in Riyadh
Three explosions targeted a residential complex for Westerners in Riyadh, injuring several but reportedly causing no fatalities. This incident coincided with a planned visit by…
President Bush Condemns Yesterday's Suicide Bombings in Saudi Arabia - 2003-05-13
President Bush condemned suicide bombings in Saudi Arabia that killed over 90 people, with the U.S. reporting higher casualties than Saudi officials. Colin Powell, visiting…
American Officials Say Mujahedin-e Khalq Agreed to Surrender Their Weapons - 2003-05-10
American officials announced that the Mujahedin-e Khalq, an armed group opposed to the Iranian regime, agreed to surrender their weapons following negotiations. This development is…
U.S. Army Emphasizes Disarmament of Mujahideen in Iraq - 2003-05-10
The U.S. Army is negotiating the disarmament of the Mujahideen, an Iranian opposition group, in Iraq. This group, which has historical ties to Saddam Hussein,…
An American General in Iraq Initiated Negotiations for the Disarmament of the Mujahedin-e Khalq - 2003-05-10
An American general has started negotiations for the disarmament of the Mujahedin-e Khalq in Iraq, a group recognized as terrorist by the U.S. government. The…
Richard Armitage Optimistic About Improvement of India-Pakistan Relations - 2003-05-10
Richard Armitage, the U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, expressed optimism about improving India-Pakistan relations during his visit to New Delhi. His discussions highlighted India's recent…
Interview with Mr. Amir Taheri Regarding His Recent Trip to Iraq - 2003-05-09
Amir Taheri discusses his recent trip to Iraq, highlighting the Islamic Republic's influence there and U.S. warnings about Iran's nuclear ambitions. This conversation sheds light…
Senior Coalition Official Introduced to Oversee Formation of New Iraqi Government - 2003-05-06
President Bush appointed Paul Bremer as the senior coalition official to oversee the formation of a new government in Iraq and reconstruction efforts. This decision…
Palestinian Gunmen Kill One Israeli and Injure Two Others in Surprise Attack
Palestinian gunmen attacked a vehicle in the West Bank, resulting in the death of one Israeli and serious injuries to two others. This incident highlights…
Withdrawal of One Billion Dollars in Cash from the Central Bank of Iraq Before the Start of the War - 2003-05-06
Just before the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, around one billion dollars was withdrawn from the Central Bank of Iraq, allegedly under the direction of Saddam…
U.S. State Department Warns Americans Traveling to the Middle East - 2003-05-06
The U.S. State Department has issued a warning to Americans traveling to the Middle East, citing ongoing threats of terrorism despite the end of major…